Pre-K Coordinator Sierra Vista Primary School

Date:

September 25, 2026

Position:

Pre-K Coordinator Sierra Vista Primary School

Position Overview:

In addition to direct student support, this role oversees the Pre-K center's overall operations, including supporting staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and program standards, scheduling, completing required reporting, and fostering a positive environment for children and families. Strong leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and deep knowledge of early childhood education are essential.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• NM Public Education Department Birth to Pre-K or Pre-K to 3rd Grade Licensure
• 5+ years teaching PreK teaching experience
• Strong knowledge of NVCPI, PBIS, FBA, and BIP processes
• Efective verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership experience
• Ability to establish rapport with students and families and maintain strong relationships with staff
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and coordinate work across teams
• Profciency in word processing, database, and spreadsheet software
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Level III Licensure
• Early Childhood LETRS Certifcation
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to New Mexico Pre-K programs
• PreK teaching experience
• Knowledge and experience with PBIS

Responsibilities:

Pre-K Coordinator Responsibilities

• Support the Pre-K center's overall operations, including staff support, daily workfows & scheduling, and program functioning
• Ensure school and program compliance with all state and federal Early Childhood/Pre-K regulations including program standards and required reporting
• Foster a positive, nurturing, and engaging environment for children and families
• Support Pre-K teachers with curriculum implementation, developmental assessments, and classroom management
• Coordinate student orientation, registration, and family engagement activities
• Assist in developing schoolwide goals and instructional programs that integrate early childhood best practices
• Support preparation and oversight of budgets, schedules, and resources for the Early Childhood program
• Facilitate the Child Study Team
• Support Child Find and engage with local childcare providers
• Engage regularly with administrators, early childhood partners, and community agencies
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate intervention strategies into instruction
• Promote open communication, positive student attitudes, and respect among sta? and students
• Provide relevant professional development for staff
• Support schoolwide systems such as SEL programs, MLSS, and wellness initiatives
• Perform duties as assigned by the Principal

Contract Period:

2026-2027 School Year

Start Date:

As soon as practicale

Salary:

Per Ruidoso Municipal School District Salary Schedule

Application Process:

Application available online at https://ruidoso.schoolspring.com/ For more information, contact:

RaNay Johnston, SVP Principal

johnstonr@ruidososchools.org

(575) 258-6402

~Or~

Human Resources

hr@ruidososchools.org

200 Horton Circle Ruidoso, NM 88345

(575) 630-7002

Application Deadline:

Until filled

Selection Process:

Following an initial screening of application materials, selected candidates will receive interview appointments.

Ruidoso Municipal School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, or disability in compliance with federal and state laws.